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May 23rd, 2010:

Happy 82nd Birthday Maya Angelou

May 23rd, 2010
by eric.
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Maya Angelou, who was considered by many as the most visible black autobiographer recently celebrated his 82nd birthday last May 20, 2010. She seems to be so happy on his personal birthday celebration greeting guests at a garden party held on her home in Winston, Salem.

Truly, the celebration was star-studded as it saw singers Naomi Judd and Martina McBride singing a birthday song to her. Also, hip-hop artist and actor Common was also present rendering a song in honor of her.

In a statement, Angelou said that she is very happy as ever as nobody promised her that day. She further spoke in reference to America’s politics adding that America is a country of Republicans, Democrats and Independents, and all must work to make it a better place to live. Although she denied to comment further regarding racism as well as the effects of having a black president.

Among of her notable works was her first autobiography entitled “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings.” At first, she didn’t plan to make it a series, but went on to write five volumes of it. The events of the book were episodic and crafted into small series of short stories. Her long and extensive career also includes poetry, plays, directing movies, acting and even public speaking. One of her most notable appearances as an actress was the television series Roots on 1977.

Meanwhile, her birthday celebration was mainly focused on her friends and family who gathered to honor her. On the event, she wore a pink pantsuit, a printed top and mauve hat along with fuzzy socks that helped her walk comfortably.

There were just a hundred guests at the party that was sponsored by Lowe’s, the North Carolina-based home improvement store chain, and Harpo Radio, where Angelou has a radio show.

Jackson Fans to Spend Night Among his Possessions

May 23rd, 2010
by eric.
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It seems like the Michael Jackson craze has not yet stopped. As a matter of fact, it has reached through several parts in Asia most especially in Japan. The Japanese promoter of a collection of his belongings put on display in Tokyo that can make his fans’ dream come true. The event was in commemoration on his first death anniversary starting Sunday, where they can spend one night in the Neverland Collection at the Tokyo Tower, which many considered it as a shrine to the sacred memory of the pop icon’s idol.

The Tokyo Tower is considered to be one of Tokyo’s landmark. Since the opening day, more than 400,000 people have flocked through the venue since the opening of the Jackson exhibition on May 1.

Jackson, also known as the “King of Pop” to many, died on June 25, 2009 from cardiac arrest at a young age of fifty. Many fans of Jackson were shocked to hear the news that sparked a new wave of interest in music, where a documentary film featuring the singer, “This is It”, became a blockbuster cinema hit.

Unlike many other popular artists, what made Jackson unique was his compulsive collection of songs. The truth is, the idea of holding an exhibition of Jackson’s possession may a bit odd to many Western cultures, but in Japan, the tradition of being with the remains and possessions of passed loved ones is such an important ritual.

Fans who are selected randomly will enter the Tokyo Tower venue from 10:30 pm on the night of June 25 and will be able to stay until eight the next morning. Truly, the chance to spend the anniversary of Jacko’s passing with things like clothes he wore, countless awards and iconic videos is such an unforgettable experience.

Meanwhile, this won’t be for free and guests need to pay up to a thousand dollars for the one-time opportunity to sleep on the floor among Michael’s belongings. It was said that many Japanese fans wehre overwhelmed by the emotion when in the presence of so many precious things of their passed loved ones.

But whatever it may be, we just hope we would not see Jackson’s spirit roaming around…